30 for 30: Day 9 and some classics

November 22, 2010

Wearing my hair in a low bun today made me want to wear big earrings. Looking at these pictures, I don’t think they “go” very well, I should have just stuck with the gold hoops I was considering. Oh well. I like the rest of the outfit. I can always count on feeling good in this shirt because I think the cut is flattering. I bought the skinny cords (before 30 for 30) in part because Tania of What Would a Nerd Wear made me realize they could look as good as skinny jeans. The cords I had prior to these were similar, gray, but they were baggy in the thighs and I always felt dorky in them. I’d developed somewhat of a cord phobia as a result.

I have been “playing hooky” for days. Not skipping out of anything really, but just not doing school work. I think I needed a break, especially after the recent conference that I had been so stressed about. I feel a little guilty for not being more productive, but I’ve also been enjoying myself. Today, for instance, I finished a Scottish murder mystery I’d begun in August and then forgotten about when school started.

Here are some more photographs from the slide shows of my mom and uncle when they were kids. There are so many I adore. I think these photos need new captions (besides the original ones that had educational purposes). These could be film stills from much juicier projects. And the outfits. It’s love.

Thanks! As you can see, I’m a wimp and get self-conscious about things that don’t obviously “match.” Like, I feel proud of myself when I wear black and brown, or break other rules from my youth, like tights with open-toed shoes. Baby steps.

Your outfits so far in the challenge have been lovely! It’s too bad the weather isn’t cooperating with your 30 pieces you chose! (I had the same problem during my 30 for 30 in July when we had a 30 day heat spell and my coats and sweaters went unused).

I love these photos of your mom and uncle. What were they for? Just family pics? It looks like they were in a movie. I’m intrigued.